Visiting Norfolk and want a romantic, boutique break? Famous for its Broads and its beaches, Norfolk is a beautiful county with lots to offer visitors. Here’s our special guide to the best luxurious boutique hotels and B&Bs in Nelson’s county.

Strattons Hotel, Swaffham

Strattons is an award-winning boutique hotel in Swaffham – one of Norfolk’s loveliest market towns. This trendy chic hotel melds glamour with relaxed comfort, and boasts features like romantic carved four poster beds, open fires and free-standing baths. Expect to find tasty seasonal local produce served in the restaurant included eggs layed by Strattons’ own hens.

The Hoste (****), Burnham Market

Beautiful, sophisticated hotel in the centre of Burnham Market overlooking the village green with its own private 20-seat cinema. With 62 individually-designed rooms, The Hoste provides luxurious accommodation with some interesting history, too: legendary Horatio Nelson, who was born in nearby Burnham Thorpe, stayed here as a young man.

Magazine Wood, Hunstanton

Magazine is a quirky and cool boutique bed and breakfast in a peaceful setting close to rolling countryside and just one minute’s walk from from the glorious North Norfolk beach. Expect to find mood lighting, a designer bathroom and freshly ground coffee in all the rooms.

Cley Windmill, Cley-next-the-Sea

Unique boutique accommodation in a 19th century mill at Cley-next-the-Sea. Each of the beautiful rooms are individually designed and have their own story to tell about their use in this fascinating North Norfolk landmark building. Breakfast is served in the charming beamed dining room which was part of the original warehouse dating back to 1713.

Hooray Henrys, Sheringham

Hooray Henrys is a fabulous French chabby chic bed and breakfast just a few minutes from the beach in Sheringham – a traditional seaside town which is home to the heritage North Norfolk Railway. Each of the six rooms is individually named and designed and comes with a memory foam mattress, tea/coffee and hand made cookies or flapjack. Look out for local Norfolk produce in the delicious breakfasts which include hand cut toast and homemade preserves.

38 St Giles (*****), Norwich

Beautiful bed and breakfast in the heart of Norwich – Norfolk’s county town. Boasting a city centre location, guests at 38 St Giles can enjoy freshly prepared breakfasts cooked to order by chefs. Each room and suite is individually named and designed, with the elegant aesthetics are further enhanced by fresh flowers. Complimentary L’Occitane toiletries are in the bathroom and an indulgent afternoon tea with homemade cake can be delivered to your room.

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